Every ten years, a duel is held between the finest Japanese and Chinese martial artists to determine whose Swordmanship is superior. During the Ming Dynasty, as the next duel approaches, the chosen candidates are caught in the middle of a battle between Ninjas and Shaolin monks. Only aDuel to the Deathwill settle the countries’ conflicts and stop the bloodshed.
Known for his classic film,A Chinese Ghost Story,as well as for directing Tsui Hark’s theSwordsmansaga, this debut feature from director Ching Siu-tung is filled with dazzling visuals and astonishing martial arts choreography (also by Ching Siu-tung, who would later choreograph the action sequences for Zhang Yimou’s acclaimedwuxiatriptych;Hero, House of Flying Daggers,andCurse of the Golden Flower),Duel to the Deathcomes to Blu-Ray for the first time in the UK from a brand new 2K restoration.
SPECIAL FEATURES
1080p presentation on Blu-ray from a new 2K restoration from the original film elements
Original Cantonese audio
Optional English dubbed audio
Optional English Subtitles, newly revised for this release (including correct translations for the Japanese characters, incorrect on all previous English language releases of the film)
Brand new feature length audio commentary by Asian film expert Frank Djeng (NY Asian Film Festival)
An Interview with Manfred Wong – an extensive interview with the screenwriter, covering his involvement in Duel to the Death and his illustrious and varied career in the Hong Kong entertainment industry
Duel Identity – Archival interview with actor Norman Chui Siu-keung
Flora Cheung on Duel to the Death – Archival interview with actress Flora Cheung
Alternate English credits
Stills galleries including rare production stills, artwork, and ephemera
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